#EP32: Dementia Support Ideas for Caregivers

Caregiving can be very difficult especially caring when it is a family member. Today we will share some great tips on providing care for people with brain failure. The challenge is that as soon as we get them figured out they change.

Let's review some important tips:

  • Approach from the Front.

  • Accept and Agree.

  • Stop Correcting Them.

  • Avoid the Yes/No Questions.

  • Don't Ask Questions/Instead Tell Stories.

  • Say, "I'm Sorry".

  • Be a Grace Giver.

Keep in mind this is a journey and the relationship with this person is vital. These tips will help you immensely if you put them into practice. Share these with the other caregivers around you.

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Teresa Rapp Youngstrom

Dementia Specialist


Teresa is a Seasoned Registered Nurse with more than 38 years of clinical and leadership experience. Diverse core competencies including Emergency and Trauma, Labor and Delivery, OR, ICU, Medical Surgical, Rehab, Hospice, Home Care, IV and Dementia Specialist, Private Duty Care, Marketer, Assisted Living and Memory Care Director, Staff Trainer, Speaker, Consultant and CE Provider. Her compassion for people living with Dementia is evident as soon as you meet her. She will provide your organization or family with excellent insight and care.

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